5 Best CROCKPOT CHICKEN RECIPES you Don't Want To Miss! | COZY SLOW COOKER RECIPES

by Valerie Hargett

Published 12 May 2026Original video

This video showcases five delicious crockpot chicken recipes that are ideal for busy home cooks and cold weather entertaining. From the elegant Marry Me Chicken with sun-dried tomatoes and creamy sauce to hearty stews and comforting casserole-style dishes, each recipe is straightforward to prepare and cook on low for 6โ€“8 hours or high for 3โ€“4 hours. These recipes are perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or feeding a family without fuss. The selection includes creamy, flavourful options that pair beautifully with pasta, rice, biscuits, or mashed potatoes

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Original video by Valerie Hargett9k likes on YouTube
20 mins
Prep time
7 hrs
Slow cook (Low)
3 hrs
Slow cook (High)
4
Serves
7 hrs 20 mins
Total (Low)
Slow cooker setting:Low 6โ€“8 hours or High 3โ€“4 hours (varies by recipe)

Original method: 6โ€“8 hours on low / 3โ€“4 hours on high

Ingredients

Servings:
4
Units:

Main

  • 675 g Boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Liquid & Thickener

  • 360 ml Chicken broth
  • 45 ml Corn starch

    Mix with chicken broth until no lumps remain before adding to crockpot

Dairy

  • 240 ml Heavy cream

    Add in the final 30 minutes of cooking

  • 60 ml Parmesan cheese, grated

    Add in the final 30 minutes of cooking

Flavouring

  • 15 ml Garlic, minced
  • 5 ml Onion powder
  • ยฝ pinch Red pepper flakes

Seasoning

  • 4 ml Salt
  • 4 ml Black pepper
  • 10 ml Paprika
  • 23 ml Italian seasoning

Vegetables

  • 80 ml Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

Fat

  • 60 g Butter

Method

  1. 1

    Place boneless, skinless chicken breasts into your crockpot.

    ~2 mins
  2. 2

    In a bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together chicken broth and corn starch until no lumps remain.

    ~5 mins
  3. 3

    Pour the broth mixture over the chicken in the crockpot.

    ~1 min
  4. 4

    Add minced garlic, onion powder, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, paprika, Italian seasoning, sun-dried tomatoes, and butter to the crockpot. Stir gently to combine.

    ~3 mins
  5. 5

    Cover and cook on low for 6โ€“8 hours, or on high for 3โ€“4 hours, until chicken is cooked through.

    ~7 hrs

    Tip: Low setting is recommended for best results

  6. 6

    In the final 30 minutes of cooking, add heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir well to combine.

    ~5 mins

    Tip: Adding dairy late prevents curdling and keeps the sauce silky

  7. 7

    Serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes. Enjoy!

    ~5 mins

Nutrition

Detailed nutritional information is coming soon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, chicken thighs work beautifully in this recipe. They are slightly fattier and will stay moister during the long cooking time. You may need to add them earlier or check that they are cooked through by the end of the cooking time

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